APPLICATION FOR PROFESSIONAL / APPRENTICE JOCKEY LICENCE

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1 APPLICATION FOR PROFESSIONAL / APPRENTICE JOCKEY LICENCE Under PART III Rule 9 and PART VI Rule 43 of the MRA Rules of Racing (This form should be completed in Full and in Block Letters) To : Singapore Turf Club I hereby submit my application for a Professional / Apprentice Jockey s licence and a non-refundable fee of S$ I accept that the Singapore Turf Club has the absolute discretion to grant or refuse to grant a jockey s licence to me notwithstanding that I meet all the criteria and requirements of the granting of a jockey s licence. I also accept that my licence maybe withdrawn at any time, at the discretion of the Singapore Turf Club. SECTION I - PERSONAL PARTICULARS: Please attach Full Name : one (1) (Underline Surname) recent colour photo Name in Chinese Character : here (For Chinese Applicant) Riding Name : NRIC No./Passport No. : Postal Address : For Office Use Telephone / Handphone : Date of Birth : Citizenship : Marital Status : No. of Children : Next of Kin : Relationship : Contact No. : Page 1 of 9

2 SECTION II - EDUCATION: For Office Use Name of School Year Qualifications SECTION III - RACING INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE: (You must attach testimonial(s) from former employer(s) and/or licensing records from licensing authority overseas as proof of your appointment as indicated below): From Year To Appointment Held (Please Specify) Name of Racing Authority Issuing The Licence (Please use a separate sheet if necessary) NO. OF RIDES AND WINNERS IN THE PAST THREE YEARS: Year No. of Rides No. of Wins No. of 2 nd Placings No. of 3 rd Placings Ranking Racing Authority Total Earnings MAJOR ACHIEVEMENT/S: Name of Race Year Name of Horse Ranking (Please use a separate sheet if necessary) Revised as at 20 June Page 2 of 9

3 For Office Use SECTION IV - MAJOR DISCIPLINARY OFFENCES (OFFENCES THAT LED TO SUSPENSIONS / DISQUALIFICATION OF 3 MONTHS OR MORE): Date OFFENCES Period of Suspension / Disqualification (Please use a separate sheet if necessary) Have you been charged for any criminal offence and/or have pending criminal proceedings in any court of law? SECTION V - CURRENT FINANCIAL STANDING Do you or any of your immediate family own, lease or in any way have any interest in any racehorse registered with the Association? Are you the owner of or do you hold any interest in any racehorse? Revised as at 20 June Page 3 of 9

4 For Office Use Are you an undischarged bankrupt? SECTION VI - PHYSICAL STATURE: Height : metres cm Weight : kgs Riding Weight : kgs Eyesight : vision without glasses as in medical report SECTION VII - CURRENT LICENSING AUTHORITY: Racing Authority to which reference is to be made for Clearance and Disciplinary Records: Name of Racing Authority : Address : Telephone : Fax : Have you ever had a licence disqualified, revoked, suspended, withdrawn, warned off, fined or refused by any Racing Authority? If yes, please give details. Revised as at 20 June Page 4 of 9

5 For Official Use SECTION VIII - DECLARATION: 1. I acknowledge that when riding under the Rules of Racing, there is a very high risk of injury to me in comparison to other sporting activities and that such risk can come from other riders and horses. I accept that by taking part in horseracing under the Rules of Racing my physical safety could be endangered and that neither the Singapore Turf Club and/or the Malayan Racing Association nor the organisers have a responsibility to assess the skill and experience of the riders and horses taking part. 2. If my application is granted, I undertake to make myself conversant with those Rules of Racing and Regulations that may be applicable to me. 3. I undertake to notify the Singapore Turf Club or the Malayan Racing Association within 7 days if I am convicted of any criminal offence (other than motoring offences), or I become bankrupt. 4. I undertake to notify the Singapore Turf Club or the Malayan Racing Association within 7 days of any change to my home address, registered mobile or home phone number. 5. The Singapore Turf Club undertakes to consider this application in accordance with and subject to the Rules of Racing, Regulations and the criteria and procedures approved from time to time by the Singapore Turf Club or the Malayan Racing Association. 6. I agree to be bound in all respects by the Rules of Racing and Regulations of the Malayan Racing Association and Singapore Turf Club, as may from time to time be amended and/or added to. 7. I agree that, in the event I am suspended, I will not during the period of suspension ride in any race in any of the Associated Clubs in Singapore and Malaysia or in any other recognised overseas racing authority. 8. I agree that, in the event I am disqualified, I will not during the period of disqualification,.1 ride in any race in any of the Associated Clubs in Singapore and Malaysia or in any other recognised overseas racing authority; and.2 seek any employment in any racing stable in any of the Associated Clubs in Singapore and Malaysia or in any other recognised overseas racing authority except with the written permission of the Committee of the Singapore Turf Club or the Committee of Malayan Racing Association; and Revised as at 20 June Page 5 of 9

6 For Official Use.3 enter any weighing room, stand, enclosure or racecourse in any of the Associated Clubs in Singapore and Malaysia or in any other recognised overseas racing authority except with the written permission of the Committee of the Singapore Turf Club or the Committee of Malayan Racing Association. 9. I agree to accept as final the decisions made in accordance with the Rules of Racing and Regulations by the Committee of the Singapore Turf Club or the Committee of the Malayan Racing Association or their duly appointed Stewards. 10. I agree not to seek any remedy available in law in a court of law in respect of anything done or omitted to be done under the Rules of Racing and Regulations until and unless I have exhausted all remedies provided by or under the Rules and Regulations in respect of anything done or omitted to be done. 11. I consent and authorise the Singapore Turf Club and/or the Malayan Racing Association or its agents to make enquiries to, and ascertain from, all appropriate authorities whether there is anything known or shown on records which could be relevant to the decision to grant me a licence or not. Such authorities shall include, but are not limited to, credit reference agencies, Criminal Records Bureau and/or any police authority in other jurisdictions, and any Turf Authority in other jurisdictions. 12. Further, I hereby consent to and authorise such authorities to provide such information about me to the Singapore Turf Club or the Malayan Racing Association. 13. I confirm that I have disclosed any information known to me which might reasonably be said to be relevant to the consideration of my application and that I meet each criteria relevant to my application. I understand that if the Local Committee of the Singapore Turf Club considers that I have knowingly omitted material information, it may reject my application. I further understand that the Local Committee reserves the right to factor any relevant information into the assessment of my suitability for a licence. During the currency of my licence, I undertake to notify the Singapore Turf Club or the Malayan Racing Association immediately of any matter or change of circumstance, which could reasonably be said to be relevant to my position as a Licensed Jockey. 14. I accept that if any of the aforesaid declarations are found to be untrue or inaccurate, this would constitute sufficient grounds for the cancellation of my licence, and possible further disciplinary action. 15. To the best of my knowledge and belief, the foregoing particulars as completed in this Application Form are accurate and true. Revised as at 20 June Page 6 of 9

7 For Official Use COLLECTION, USE AND DISCLOSURE OF PERSONAL DATA I consent to the collection, use and disclosure of my personal data herein by the Singapore Turf Club, the Malayan Racing Association and its other Associated Clubs for the following purposes: (a) (b) (c) (d) processing of this application; management and regulation of the integrity of horseracing; compliance with the rules and regulations of the Malayan Racing Association; and any reasonable purposes related to the aforesaid. DO-NOT-CALL REGISTRY I note that the Government of Singapore has implemented the Do-Not- Call Registry pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 ( DNC Registry ). I consent to communicate by way of any of the telephone numbers stated in this form or subsequently provided by me to the Singapore Turf Club, the Malayan Racing Association and/or its other Associated Clubs even if I become registered in the DNC Registry. I would like to be included in the mailing list for all Electronic and/or Direct marketing materials (Newsletters, Brochures, Information Leaflets, Flyers and other marketing collaterals). I agree, undertake and waive all rights on the same and consent and allow the Singapore Turf Club, the Malayan Racing Association and its other Associated Clubs the absolute and sole discretion to continue to mail, , fax, call, SMS, MMS and/or in other way communicate with me in respect of any promotional matters. Name of Applicant Signature of Applicant & Date Name of Master Signature of Master & Date (Only applicable to application for Apprentice Jockey Licence) Revised as at 20 June Page 7 of 9

8 Singapore Turf Club s Jockey Licensing Criteria 1. An applicant for a Jockey Licence must: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) have good riding and disciplinary records; have satisfactory performance over the last three years; produce a written recommendation by the Stipendiary Stewards; pass a medical examination by a doctor approved by the Association; not have record of any criminal or bookmaking offences; not exceed fifty-five (55) kilogrammes in riding weight; be not more than the age of sixty (60) years; 2. In addition to satisfying the criteria set out in Regulation 26.1, an applicant for a Jockey Licence must: (a) (b) (c) (d) be a citizen of either Malaysia or Singapore; hold or have held an Associated Club licence or MRA Jockey licence or an overseas Jockey licence issued by a recognised overseas racing authority OR must be a graduate of a recognised Apprentice Training School and have served as an Apprentice; satisfy the criteria of the respective Associated Club as may be determined from time to time; and have passed an examination on the MRA Rules of Racing set by the Stipendiary Stewards; Notwithstanding that the criteria and requirements for the grant of a Jockey licence set out in this form are intended to be compiled with by the applicants, applicants for a Jockey licence who satisfy the criteria and requirements are not entitled, as of right, to a Jockey s licence. The Associated Club has the absolute discretion to grant or refuse to grant a Jockey s licence. Revised as at 20 June Page 8 of 9

9 Singapore Turf Club s Apprentice Jockey Licensing Criteria 1. Apprentice Jockey Licensing Criteria.1 An applicant for an Apprentice Jockey licence must: (a) (i) have successfully completed an associated Club s Apprentice Jockey training programme with a training school approved by the Association and be issued with a certificate to this effect; or (ii) (iii) have successfully completed an Apprentice Jockey training programme with a training school and has a proven performance record; or hold, or be eligible to apply for, the equivalent of an Apprentice Jockey licence issued by an overseas racing authority and has a satisfactory riding and disciplinary record from an overseas racing authority; (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) pass a riding competency test conducted by the Stipendiary Stewards; pass a test on the MRA Rules of Racing; be able to claim an allowance and his riding weight must not exceed fifty (50) kilogrammes; pass a medical examination; be between sixteen (16) years and before attaining the age of twenty-six (26) years when he or she commences apprentice jockey training; and be recommended by the Stipendiary Stewards..2 An applicant must not have record of any criminal or bookmaking offences..3 Subject to the discretion of the Local Committee under Regulation 27, an applicant must not have held an Apprentice Jockey licence for a period of more than an aggregate of five (5) years prior to the application. Notwithstanding that the criteria and requirements for the grant of an Apprentice Jockey licence set out in this form are intended to be compiled with by the applicants, applicants for an Apprentice Jockey licence who satisfy the criteria and requirements are not entitled, as of right, to an Apprentice Jockey s licence. The Associated Club has the absolute discretion to grant or refuse to grant an Apprentice Jockey s licence. Revised as at 20 June Page 9 of 9